Basic measures such as cavity wall insulation or a new boiler can make a huge difference to Scottish families who are struggling to make ends meet, allowing them to heat their homes more cost-effectively," she said

TREES in the capital help to remove an estimated 100 tonnes of pollution from the air every year, according to new analysis. A study looked at how much carbon dioxide is absorbed from the atmosphere by Edinburgh's 600,000 trees and found the economic impact of removing airborne pollution is estimated to be worth around £2.3 million.